Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Steve Barclay, has unveiled measures to tackle aortic dissection, a life-threatening heart condition that kills 2,000 people every year. Speaking at a research event to mark Aortic Dissection Awareness Day, the Health Secretary announced the formation of an NHS working group that will bring together clinical experts …
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The Public Sector Fraud Authority saved taxpayers £311 million in its first year of operation, according to figures revealed by Baroness Neville-Rolfe, Minister for the Cabinet Office, at a meeting of the International Public Sector Fraud Forum this week. The figure far exceeds the original savings target of £180 million set when the authority launched …
West Midland Safari Park has submitted planning for the next stage of their long-term development strategy, which includes luxury lodges overlooking new hippo and African wild dog environments. Four lodges will offer incredible views of African wild dogs – the first of their kind in Europe, whereas two more lodges will be the only …
A new survey published by NHS England has revealed a lack of confidence in the community in recognising the symptoms of a heart attack, with nearly half (44%) of South Asians saying they were not confident that they could recognise the signs. Furthermore, almost half (48%) claimed they would not call 999 if they or …
The pilot scheme, set to launch in Liverpool before being rolled out to other major cities over the coming months, will see benefit claimants gain an industry recognised accreditation, endorsed by industry leaders including Greene King, Marriot Hotels and ACC Liverpool. The Hospitality Sector-based Work Academy Programme (SWAP) combines a unique programme of learning launched …
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Pricey parking prangs are easily avoidable just by slowing down and knowing the length and width of your car, says road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist. Figures show repair costs have risen 40% in the past five years1, while according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders we spend an average £21 …
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The Association of Scottish Motoring Writers is delighted to announce that Macklin Motors is the Official Partner of the Scottish Car of the Year Awards 2023. The SCOTY Awards are the highlight of the motoring year and reward the best cars launched in the previous 12 months. In 2023, the awards will be proudly partnered …
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Over 2,000 people attended an event to celebrate the first anniversary of the opening of the community pavilion at West Smethwick Park on Monday 28 August. Attendees were joined by the Mayor of Sandwell, Councillor Bill Gavan, Council Leader, Councillor Kerrie Carmichael and Cabinet Members for Leisure and Tourism and for Public Health and Communities, …
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Care leavers in the Black Country, who are not entitled to free prescriptions, can now apply for a pre-payment certificate so they don’t have to pay for prescribed medication. A care leaver is an adult who has spent time in foster or residential care and leaves at the age of 18. Care leavers who currently …
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Members of Sandwell Council Cabinet were recently onsite to see the progress made in the council’s plan and strategy to improve its green spaces. At Britannia Park they were able to see the progress against the £2.4m Towns Fund’s allocation for improvements. Work already completed in the park includes: Main Entrance Improvements; Car Park Improvements; …
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